Cool Down Strategies for Managing Conflict in Group Work

Which strategy involves stepping away from a heated situation to clear the mind and reduce tension?

• Taking Short Breaks

• Writing Down Feelings in a Journal

• Deep Breathing Exercises

• Peer Mediation

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What technique can help calm the nervous system and reduce stress?

• Visualization Techniques

• Counting to Ten

• Physical Activity

• Deep Breathing Exercises

Which strategy involves expressing feelings through writing to help students process their emotions?

• Writing Down Feelings in a Journal

• Guided Discussion

• Practicing Mindfulness

• Positive Self-Talk

Tags

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4A

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

What is a simple but effective technique to allow a moment of pause and reduce impulsive reactions?

• Visualization Techniques

• Counting to Ten

• Peer Mediation

• Physical Activity

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which strategy involves replacing negative thoughts with positive affirmations to improve mood and reduce stress?

• Guided Discussion

• Taking Short Breaks

• Physical Activity

• Positive Self-Talk

What can help students stay present and reduce anxiety?

• Peer Mediation

• Counting to Ten

• Practicing Mindfulness

• Deep Breathing Exercises

Which strategy involves leading a short mindfulness exercise such as focusing on the sensation of breathing?

• Practicing Mindfulness

• Visualization Techniques

• Guided Discussion

• Physical Activity

Tags

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

What can release endorphins and reduce stress?

• Guided Discussion

• Physical Activity

• Peer Mediation

• Taking Short Breaks

Which strategy involves setting up a 'cooldown corner' for students to discuss their feelings with a designated peer or teacher?

• Guided Discussion

• Taking Short Breaks

• Positive Self-Talk

• Peer Mediation

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What technique can help students create a mental escape from a stressful situation?

• Deep Breathing Exercises

• Physical Activity

• Counting to Ten

• Visualization Techniques